First Stripes (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2018, First Stripes is a documentary film directed by Jean-François Caissy, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. As they undergo 12 weeks of intensive training, a group of young civilians is gradually moulded into soldiers. The Basic Training, a prerequisite for joining the Canadian Armed Forces, becomes the gateway to exploring the inner workings of a world governed by its own rules and values.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, First Stripes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In CA you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch First Stripes page.
If you liked it. Fans of First Stripes tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch First Stripes (2018)?
- In CA, First Stripes is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is First Stripes worth watching?
- First Stripes holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was First Stripes released?
- First Stripes was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.